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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

⭐️ September at Magabala⭐️ 🌈🎟️ 📖 🐶 🏆️ 🖤 We spent time in community for Blak queer pride, we celebrated book and Collective launches, new releases and award wins. We had fun in the office, and as always, we celebrated and loved each other.

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

OUT NOW. Head to the link below to get your copy. bit.ly/46RjpuZ

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Magabala is deeply saddened at the passing of beloved Tasmanian Elder Aunty Patsy Cameron AO. She was the author of children’s picture books ‘Sea Country’, ‘Sky Country’ and ‘In the Kelp Forest’, as well as ‘Trouwerner’, her memoir written with Martin Flanagan. You can read more on our website.

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

A HUGE congratulations to Kylie Gatjawarrawuy Mununggurr, whose wonderful children's picture book 'Raymaŋgirrbuy dhäwu, When I was a little girl' has won the Children’s/Young Adult category in the 2026 NT Book Awards run by the NT Writers' Centre.

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🏉 Authors Kim Farmer and Steve Hawke were joined by Glen Quartermain in a discussion with Ernie Dingo for the launch of their new book, 'Follow the Dream: The Polly Farmer Story'. Photos by Cole Baxter. 'Follow the Dream: The Polly Farmer Story' is available online or at your nearest bookstore.

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

OUT NOW 🏉 Deadly D and Justice Jones: The Compendium By David Hartley and Scott Prince You can now enjoy all three books in Deadly D and Justice Jones: The Compendium! Out Now! Find it online or at your nearest bookstore store. ⭐️

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Magabala is excited to announce that the Mid-Career Fellowship for an Illustrator is now open. The Fellowship is open to mid-career Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander illustrators and graphic artists who are developing new work for publication. Learn more at the link below bit.ly/4hDdCiF

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Mid-Career Author Fellowship is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander storytellers and writers of junior, young adult and adult fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and memoir. Please head to the link below to learn more. bit.ly/4hDdCiF

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Thanks to everyone who came to the launch for 'Turtle Tears' by Megan Albany, illustrated by Paul Seden, at the Australian Seabird & Turtle Rescue 🐢

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Magabala is thrilled to announce that we have won the 2026 Contribution Award (Large Not For Profit) category of the Broome Business Excellence Awards. Read more at the link below: bit.ly/3SRf082

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Join us at the Kimberley Blak Pride Family Fun Fair this Saturday 19 Sep at Goolarri in Rubibi (Broome)! 🌈

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

This is your reminder to apply for the 2026 AIC Creative Grants! Applications close Friday, September 18. Magabala Books in partnership with Australian Indigenous Coffee (AIC) is offering 2x Creative Grants worth $10,000 each. For more information head to the link below bit.ly/4xrCTkD

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Upcoming Magabala creator events 🎟️ More information at the link below. bit.ly/3URWFZ2

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

What events do Magabala creators have coming up?👀

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Congratulations to Amanda Lott, the winner of the 2026 Daisy Utemorrah Award 🧡 Amanda will receive $15,000 prize money and a publishing contract with Magabala Books. This is thanks to the support of the Copyright Agency Cultural Fund and the WA Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport.

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🖤 NEW RELEASES 🖤 'The Burden and the Blessing' by Edith Wright 'Follow the Dream: The Polly Farmer Story' by Kim Farmer and Steve Hawke Available on our website and in all good bookstores now 📚

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We'll be celebrating Edith Wright's 'The Burden and the Blessing' book launch in Derby today on Nyikina Country (time has changed to 4.30pm start for those who are coming, doors open at 4pm). And then on Friday we get to celebrate all over again in Rubibi (Broome)!

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

If you're in Naarm / Melbourne this Sunday, come along at 3pm to The Wheeler Centre to see deadly Rachel Bin Salleh, Anita Heiss and Jared Thomas reflect on First Nations publishing. Hosted by Daniel James. Free, get tickets here: bit.ly/3Tf2fEh

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

This year Radio National is running a poll asking people to vote for their top Aussie books: People can vote for up to 10 different Australian titles. Let's get some Blak books on this list! Voting closes October 1 2026. Vote here: ab.co/4cm7aK1

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

We have two exciting Kimberley launches for Edith Wright's book 'The Burden and the Blessing'. Join us in either Derby or Broome (or both). 🖤 Derby: 9 Sep, 3.30pm 🖤 Broome: 11 Sep, 6pm

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Submissions for AIC Creative Grants are currently open! 2 x $10,000 Creative Grants will be awarded to First Nations storytellers, writers, illustrators and artists. We're proud to partner with Australian Indigenous Coffee (AIC) to offer the AIC Creative Grants. Read more: bit.ly/4wSsoGC

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Congratulations to our Finance Officer (Trainee), Dasia Kitaura, for being a Broome Business Awards Rising Star finalist 🌟 Magabala is also shortlisted for the Contribution Award. Read more: bit.ly/4cbtx4N

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Magabala staff got into the Book Week spirit today 📚️ Do you think we all nailed the brief? Gene even came up with TWO exceptional costumes 🍋 🕊️

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Congratulations to Kylie Gatjawarrawuy Mununggurr on being shortlisted in the Children’s / Young Adult category at the 2026 NT Book Awards for her book, 'Raymaŋgirrbuy dhäwu When I was a little girl'. Read more: bit.ly/4qCdnY5

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Support Blak poets this #PoetryMonth 📝 If you're looking for recommendations, you can check out our deadly poetry list here: bit.ly/4sZrrej

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Come celebrate the book launch of 'Turtle Tears' by Megan Albany, illustrated by Paul Seden 🌞 📅 Friday 4 September 2026 🕰️ 10am 🏠 Australian Seabird & Turtle Rescue, Ballina 🎟️ Free, please RSVP: bit.ly/4hi6rwO

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Happy National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day 🖤 Our young mob are our future, so here's to all Blak kids (big & small)! Check out our recommended reading list for young mob: bit.ly/3UeGy7l

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

We are excited to announce the acquisition of the powerful literary fiction novella 'Children of Crows' by Wiradjuri writer Sharleigh Crittenden, in a deal brokered by Rebecca Slater at a4 Literary. Read more: bit.ly/45CuWO2

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

As #DisabilityPrideMonth comes to an end, we're sharing a reading list celebrating Magabala books created by Blak disabled artists. As we say goodbye to July, keep reading words from Blak disabled creators. Solidarity isn't seasonal 🖤 Check out the list here: bit.ly/4fItq1o

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

🖤 NEW RELEASE 🖤 'In My Back Yard I See' by Jingalu is a vibrant counting board book for early learners. Set on Country, this delightful journey invites children to count from 1 to 10 while exploring elements found in the Australian bush. Available on our website and in all good bookstores now 📚

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

2026 Daisy Utemorrah Award shortlist is Amanda Lott, Junaidah Mamid and Elise Thornthwaite. The Daisy Utemorrah Award is generously supported by the Copyright Agency Cultural Fund and the State Government of Western of Australia. Read more: bit.ly/4habX4B

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Congratulations to Ellen van Neerven and Luke Patterson on their shortlisting nominations for the 2026 QLD Literary Awards. Head to the link below to read more. bit.ly/4z1acgy

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

A HUGE congratulations to Maree McCarthy Yoelu and Samantha Campbell on winning the 2026 ASLA DANZ Picture Books Award with their heartfelt children's picture book 'Bapa's Last Canoe' (2025). Read more: bit.ly/4gT8o2u

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

We are heartbroken to share the news of the passing of our dear friend and longtime collaborator Pat Lowe. Please use the link below to read Magabala's full Vale for Pat Lowe. bit.ly/4vXr6uy

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Congratulations to Magabala marketing coordinator Skye Cusack on her shortlist nomination for the 2026 APA Rising Star Award ⭐️ The winner will be announced at the BookUp conference on Wednesday 22 July. We are so proud of you Skye! Head to the link below to read more bit.ly/4fnCjyp

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Happy NAIDOC Week to mob everywhere! This year's theme #50YearsofDeadly marks a significant milestone: five decades of strength, Culture, resilience and leadership for the NAIDOC movement. It also honours the tens of thousands of years of work before this: buff.ly/W2Qe5xS

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

🖤 NEW RELEASE 🖤 'Belonging' by Ambelin Kwaymullina is a First Nations lyrical narrative full of the eternal interconnectedness of our families: land, water, sky, earth, space, time, story and language.

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Magabala staff Melena and Shontane had the best time reading to young mob and their families at the NAIDOC Campfire event at Cable Beach Primary School in Rubibi/Broome 📚🖤

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Say hello to our newest release: 'What I See on Walmajarri Country' by Pat Lowe, illustrated by Jimmy Pike. 'What I See on Walmajarri Country' is the first title in the beautifully crafted 'What I See on Country' series. Created for little hands and big imaginations.

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Winner of the 2026 Magabala Pride Fellowship is Kamilaroi man Darby Jones. The two highly commended winners are: Yuad Noongar woman Julianna Marie and Wakka Wakka man Sonny Dallas Law, and the honourable mention recipient is Birrbay-Dunghutti woman Emily Thornton. Read more here: bit.ly/3R7NcLC

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

If you're in Naarm and spot a 'Damn Good Television' street poster, snap a pic and tag us 📸 Pictured: 'Damn Good Television' by Loki Liddle, posters put up by Plakkit

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Support First Nations story sovereignty this EOFY 🖤💛❤️ We're more than a publishing house. Our unique cultural, creative and community responsibilities set us apart. For nearly four decades we have carried stories across Country and across generations. Donate now: bit.ly/3fyeqmg

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

What was Magabala Books up to in 2025, and what impact did your support have? Read our recently launched 2025 Annual Report here: bit.ly/4oGpSRm

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Stunning photos from an incredible launch in Nipaluna/Hobart for 'In The Kelp Forest' by Aunty Patsy Cameron and Reena Balding, illustrated by Belinda Casey 🖤 📸 Millie Crouch Photography

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We are thrilled that 'The First Sunrise' by Vanessa Stevens, illustrated by Paul Seden, has been shortlisted for the 2026 Karajia Award for Children’s Literature. Read more: bit.ly/3SODuhu

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

We are excited to announce that five Magabala books have been shortlisted for the 2026 Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year Awards. Read more: bit.ly/44aGIyq Congratulations to all 🖤

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

We've put together a collection of Magabala books and authors to support if you're looking for Queer Blak work this #PrideMonth 🌈 Check out the full collection: bit.ly/4uykCAF

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

This EOFY is your chance to support First Nations story sovereignty 🖤💛❤️ While our sales are strong, we rely on the generous support of our donors and partners to achieve the full breadth of our publishing outcomes. Donate now: bit.ly/3fyeqmg

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

We are so excited to announce that Magabala Books has acquired the follow-up title to 'Dark Emu' by award-winning author Bruce Pascoe, titled 'The European Mind: Colonialism, Capitalism, Christianity & How to Recover'. Read more: bit.ly/4eIKqFy

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Magabala Books @magabalabooks.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

How gorgeous are these photos from the launch for 'Janigun (at the beach)' by Mabu Yawuru Ngan-ga, illustrated by Brenton E McKenna? 🥹🏖️ Thank you to everyone who came to celebrate this deadly First Nations word board book 🌊 📸 Dayvis Heyne

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